Sebastian Ludwig

Sebastian Ludwig

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Customer Care Center & Reservations Manager at Europa-Park

  • Education

    • Elisabeth Langgaesser Gymnasium, Alzey

      2006 - 2015
      A-Level Mathematics, Geography, Physics 1,6 (german grading scale)

      Activities and Societies: EU Project COMENIUS, Project group Video Student exchange programs in the USA, UK, Denmark and Poland

    • University of Central Florida – Rosen College of Hospitality Management

      2018 - 2019
      Master of Science - MS Hospitality and Tourism Management 3.925 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Member of Future Theme Park Leaders Association, TEA@UCF, Rosen Film Club. Researched about “Queue Management Systems in Theme Parks” and “Talent Development”.Harris Rosen Hospitality Management Scholarship.

    • Fernuniversität Hagen

      2012 - 2017
      Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Economics 2,4 (german grading scale)

      Finished first three years of studies besides high-school.Thesis in: "Overbooking in the aviation - a welfare perspective".

  • Experience

    • Institut Für Jugendmanagement

      Sept 2013 - Sept 2014
      Student Trainee

      Earned leading, decision making, written and verbal communication skills in creating and developing own projects.Consulted to develop new products, by analyzing needs and current products.Created videos, pictures and content for social media websites, as well as flyers and promotional material.Planned, led and educated youth group with up to 50 students; After trainee still active as a volunteer.

    • The Rimrock Resort Hotel

      Jul 2015 - Sept 2015
      Junior Server

      Delivered prompt and proper service to a professional standard as a junior server with an international team.

    • Pacific National Exhibition (PNE)

      Oct 2015 - Nov 2015
      Fright Nights Actor/Breaker

      Interacted and scared guests as a scare actor, with attention to cast and guest safety and efficiency.Ensured cast followed proper rotation as well as giving performance feedback to cast and supervisor.

    • Europa-Park

      Apr 2016 - Jan 2017
      Ride Operator

      Trained new employees at attractions to ensure safety and efficiency.Evacuated guest safely out of the attraction, during a ride stop.Greeted guest at the entrance of the attraction, ensured that everyone was able to ride and guided guest to other attractions when required or requested.Operated the ride and monitored to ensure safety and efficiency.Grouped the guests and checked the restraints.Provided outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment in the second biggest theme park in Europe in one of the mayor rollercoasters (Euro-Sat) serving up to 18,000 customers daily.Technical abilities in working at VR attraction (Alpenexpress), ticketing systems and cash handling skills. Show less

    • University of Central Florida – Rosen College of Hospitality Management

      Feb 2018 - May 2019
      Teachers Assistant

      Graded the students and recognized outstanding work in two classes (100 students total) with adhering to deadlines.Data analysis project, with attention to detail, on finding the best location for a timeshare.Researched and wrote bibliographies on different topics in the hotel and food & beverage operations.Consulted in develop new ways of teaching the subjects by analyzing the needs and knowledge of students.

    • Universal Orlando Resort

      May 2019 - Jul 2020

      Take initiative to solve guest situations concerning ride requirements, special needs, and tickets.Expressed issues from daily operations to leaders to create a better product for the guest. Provide exemplary guest service and crowed control to deliver an outstanding service experience.Report issues and new ideas in guest satisfaction meetings to further enhance the guest experience.Solve guest situations concerning ride requirements, special needs, and virtual line system.Employee of the month for providing excellent customer service, while helping out the whole team and leadership.

      • Guest Services Coordinator

        Jan 2020 - Jul 2020
      • Premium Services Attendant - Virtual Line - Universal's Volcano Bay

        May 2019 - Dec 2019
    • LEGOLAND Florida Resort

      Jul 2020 - Jan 2021
      Guest Service Team Lead

      Solved park-wide problems as Manager on Duty for Guest Services.Optimization of the Guest Services area and creation of a Guest Services standard operating procedure (SOP) for better and more efficient interaction between guests and employees.Support of the online team for guest's inquiries, complaints, and surveys. In addition, helped with collecting KPIs.Voted star of the month by the park management, helping out other departments earning the value „We Care“.

    • Europa-Park

      Jun 2021 - Mar 2022
      Front Office Associate

      Front Office Associate at El Andaluz & Castillo AlcazarCheck-in/-out of guests and provided assistance with all guest inquiriesHelped to educate the trainees in the department and share the knowledge.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Hootsuite Platform Certification 2018

      Hootsuite Academy
      Aug 2018
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    • Serving it Right Certificate

      Go2HR - the resource for people in tourism
      Jun 2015
      View certificate certificate
    • ProServe Liquor Certificate

      Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission
      Jul 2015
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sebastian Ludwig
      IAAPA EMEA Young Professional of 2023 IAAPA Mar 2024 The IAAPA Young Professional of the Year Award honors members who demonstrate a dedication to the attractions industry through strong leadership, teamwork, and integrity, while continually developing their knowledge and experience, necessary in this ever-changing business. The Young Professional must also be a strong advocate of IAAPA’s mission to support, grow, and nurture the amusement park and attractions industry.
    • Awarded to Sebastian Ludwig
      Harris Rosen Hospitality Management Scholarship Harris Rosen Oct 2018
    • Awarded to Sebastian Ludwig
      First Prize movie award „Klappe die 175“ Sparkasse Worms-Aley-Ried Sep 2013
    • Awarded to Sebastian Ludwig
      First Prize math award „Monoid"​ Institut of Mathematics at University Mainz Nov 2011
    • Awarded to Sebastian Ludwig
      Prize of the District Administrator in Mathematics - Nov 2009
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Show Ambassador

      Issued by International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) on Jun 2018
      International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)Associated with Sebastian Ludwig
    • Youth Group Supervisor

      Issued by Institut Für Jugendmanagement on Oct 2012
      Institut Für JugendmanagementAssociated with Sebastian Ludwig